Being sober curious allows me to use the principles of intuitive eating to choose foods that will nourish me- body or mind (sometimes green vegetables and sometimes a smiley cookie)- instead of restricting because of ‘alcohol calories’ or consuming mindlessly (or bingeing) when I’m drunk or hungover. It gives me a sense of balance and stability that I didn’t have when I was getting drunk every weekend.
It means being present and mindful with my thoughts, behaviours and FEELINGS and the way those affect my food choices. This year I committed to feeling my feelings! Sometimes I still eat a cookie even though I know I’m only eating it because I feel sad or overwhelmed or angry. At least I can be present and aware! Sometimes food is just comfort 🍪
Finally, it has started to give me freedom around foods! I eat a cookie when I WANT a cookie (literally every single time) and then I don’t binge on cookies! ✨
